Afrojack is back
February 26 | Sunburn
Dutch DJ and record producer Afrojack will perform at the Confluence Resort today. The show is part of his five city-tour over two weeks where you can expect him to perform his hit singles like Take Over Control and The Spark, from his debut album Forget The World. Today, from
5 pm. Tickets from Rs 2,250 onwards.
Details: in.bookmyshow.com

Vintage pitstop
February 28 | Amethyst
The Madras Heritage Motoring Club is conducting a vintage car rally at Amethyst for the first time. Around 30 cars are expected to be on display, from the Dodge 1931, to the MG TB 1939, Dodge Kingsway 1954, Austin Chummy 1926, and others. From 10.30 am onwards, on Sunday. Details: 45991633

The stars align
February 29 | Los Angeles
The biggest social event of Hollywood, the 88th Academy awards will be held at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre. With The Big Short and Bridge of Spies competing in the best film category, the event will be hosted by actor Chris Rock. Will this be the year Leonardo DiCaprio finally wins an Oscar? Meanwhile, Bollywood’s Priyanka Chopra will take the stage to present an award. At 5.30 am on Star Movies

A dash of history
March 3 | Thanjavur
Popular historian, Chitra Madhavan, will conduct a series of eight lectures over four days, as part of a South India lecture series organised by Apparao Galleries. To be held in Thanjavur, the lectures will be held along with five temple tours. Accommodation has been arranged in Svatma, a luxury boutique hotel there. Single occupancy at Rs 40,920 for 3 N/4 D. From March 3-6. Details: 04362 273222

At the movies
February 26 | SPI Cinemas
Inception stars, Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy, come together again in The Revenant, directed by Alejandro G Innaritu. Based on Michael Punke’s novel of the same name, the movie portrays the experiences of frontiersman and fur trapper Hugh Glass (DiCaprio), who seeks revenge after he was left by his group to die, following a
bear attack.

Tao of Peng
February 27 | InterContinental
At the city’s newest Chinese restaurant, find gems like the bundled glass noodle and a sushi platter that would give artists a complex. Tao of Peng gives you just the excuse you need for a weekend drive along the East Coast.
Details: 71720101. More on Page 8

Claim to fame
March 1 | Multiple venues
The city hosts its first international photography festival — Chennai Photo Biennale. Organised by Goethe-Insitut Chennai and Traveling Lens, the event spans two weeks and will feature exhibitions, workshops, talks, etc. Till March 13. Details: chennaiphotobiennale.com

Rock the dress
March 2 |
Frock Island
Looking for no-fuss dresses for the hot days ahead? Shruti Charan’s Frock Island offers chic cotton and linen dresses that are a great alternative to tight denims, keeping the summer in mind. Featuring bright colours and prints that cater to all body types. More on Page 15

License to splurge
February 26, Crowne Plaza
Behind Closed Doors, the pop-up shop by Funky Fish, promises a mix of everything. Predominantly featuring western wear, the show sees 22 designers in the line-up, namely Farah Sanjana, Urvashi Joneja, and others. There is also a pop-up restaurant, with a mentalist performing. It will serve multi-cuisine food and short eats, along with handmade popcorn by Mr Poppins in flavours like cheese, caramel and choco crunch. Cover charge at Rs 999 per head. On February 27, at Crowne Plaza. 11 am to 6 pm. Details: 24994101